Elma Public Library

Elma Public Library
Library Info

1860 Bowen Rd.
Elma, NY 14059
United States

716-652-2719
Fax: 716-652-0381
Stephanie Molnar, Director

Located on the corner of Bowen and Rice Roads, east of Route 400. Wheelchair accessible. Parking lot and book drop available.

Public Access Computers: 14 computers, networked, including 3 laptops, printing 10¢ per B&W page, 25¢ per color page, flatbed scanner, Microsoft Office Applications, Internet Access, Misc. "What can I do at a Public Access Computer?"

Wi-fi available.

Meeting Room, capacity 60. Copy machine, copies 15 cents each.  Download PDF of Meeting Room Policy & Application

What's Special About the Elma Library

Local History Collection

Check out our ...Library of Things image

You'll now be able to borrow a variety of non-traditional materials from the Elma Public Library!  We have a GoPro camera, a portable record player, musical instruments, robots, and more!  Download PDF with Full List. 

Elma Public Library Policies

System-Wide Policies

The Elma Public Library is a member of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System.

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    What's new in the library?

    • Mocktails and Craft Night - Monday, December 22nd at 6 PM. Enjoy a mocktail while we make a variety of Christmas ornaments! Teens and adults welcome. Teens and adults welcome. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Pancake Pajama Party - Monday, December 29th at 6 PM. Wear your pajamas and bring your appetite for pancakes! It’s breakfast for dinner and a show! We’ll watch a family friendly movie while we eat. For ages 5-12 (their adults are invited to stay as well). Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Toddler Dance Class - Friday, January 2nd at 10:30 AM. Join us for a creative movement, musicality, dance, fitness and tumbling class with Miss Stacey. For ages 18 months to 3 years. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Adult Chair Yoga - Mondays, January 5th, 12th and 26th to February 2nd and 9th at 1 PM. Yoga in a chair?! Yes! You don’t need to get down on the floor to experience the benefits of yoga. This class will include both seated postures and standing postures that use a chair for support. All fitness levels are welcome. A yoga mat to place under the chair is recommended. Please register by calling 716-652-2719. 

    • Romantasy Book Club - Monday, January 5th at 6:30 PM. We will be discussing "A Court of Thorns and Roses" by Sarah J. Maas. Defrost this winter and read/reread this widly popular, action-packed, slow-burn bestseller! This is THE title that brought people back to reading! No registration required. 

    • Internet Privacy & Safety - Tuesday, January 13th at 2 PM. This class offers key strategies for protecting your personal information online. Topics include password management, securing browsing, email safety and awareness of online threats. Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

    • Book Club - Wednesday, January 21st at 6:30 PM. This month's selection is "The Lost Girls of Willowbrook" by Ellen Marie Wiseman. Stop by or call the library to place a hold on the book. All are welcome. 

    • Elma Cooks! Cookbook Club - Wednesday, January 28th at 6 PM. Join us for our cookbook club! Meet fellow foodies, cookbook enthusiasts and wonderful people who will enrich your culinary interests. This month's cookbook is “Make It. Don't Buy It". Browse the book and sign up at the front desk.

    Individuals in need of an accommodation for any program listed above may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of a program.